Second Cook | Luxury Hotel Kitchen Expert

Accor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary upgrades

Extended stays

Discounted stays across Fairmont & RR?

Special dining and wellness discounts

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Company-matched pension plan / RRSP &\

TFSA options

Complimentary meal in staff cafeteria

Job summary

Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, a legend of luxury hospitality, is seeking a Second Cook to craft high-quality hot and cold dishes for outlets and banquets. You will uphold recipes, maintain safety standards, and support kitchen teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have 2 years in hotel kitchens, a culinary diploma, and a Food Safe certification. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a culture of excellence and

Qualifications

• 2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in hotel operation.
• Diploma or certificate in Culinary Arts from a recognized college or culinary school.
• Food Safe certification required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume Kitchen.
• Comfortable working with guests in a public areas.
• Energetic, self-motivated, out-going, team-player.
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent preparation and execution of all food items in accordance with hotel recipes and standards, delivering the highest quality product to both guests and colleagues
• Producing the best hot & cold food and beverages served in the staff cafeteria
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, including ingredients and allergies
• Assist and support other kitchen areas and fellow colleagues as needed
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment and ensures that all Health & Safety standards are met, procedures followed and has the knowledge and tools to work safely
• Maintain awareness of and ensuring compliance with all food safety & hygiene policies and proceduresare followed at all times
• Completes all temperature records, honestly and correctly
• Cleaning of kitchen equipment including line fridges
• Maintain awareness of and ensuring compliance with all sustainability and food waste reduction/diversion policies, procedures and programs at the hotel
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to all hotel colleagues & leaders
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Kitchen experience

Culinary diploma

Food Safe cert

High-volume kitchen

Guest service

Team player

Fairmont brand

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, a legend of luxury hospitality, is seeking a Second Cook to craft high-quality hot and cold dishes for outlets and banquets. You will uphold recipes, maintain safety standards, and support kitchen teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have 2 years in hotel kitchens, a culinary diploma, and a Food Safe certification. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a culture of excellence and